Hitachi, Ltd. has been named one of the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, marking the second consecutive year the company has received this recognition. This award highlights companies that excel in ethical business practices through an evaluation of over 240 criteria, including ethics and compliance, governance, and environmental and social impact.
This year, only 138 companies across 17 countries and 40 industries were honored. Hitachi is one of only three companies headquartered in Japan to receive this accolade in 2026. The recognition underscores Hitachi's commitment to promoting transparent, responsible, and ethical business practices globally.
Toshiaki Tokunaga, President and CEO of Hitachi, expressed pride in the achievement, noting it aligns with the company's management plan, “Inspire 2027,” which aims for sustainable growth and societal contribution. Tokunaga emphasized the importance of maintaining stakeholder trust and creating unique value in line with Hitachi's founding spirit of “Makoto” or sincerity.
Erica Salmon Byrne, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Chair of Ethisphere, congratulated Hitachi, stating that companies with robust ethics and governance programs are positioned for better long-term performance. She noted that this year's honorees continue to set high standards for business integrity by integrating ethics into their decision-making and long-term strategies.
More information about the World's Most Ethical Companies and the full list of 2026 honorees can be found on the Ethisphere website. Additionally, details on Hitachi's efforts in business ethics and compliance are available in their Sustainability Report.